How to Pronounce Terceira Island

After years of working with visitors from all over the world, I have learned one thing: Terceira is apparently not the easiest island name to pronounce. I have heard Tercera, Terciera, Terseira, Terceire, Teceiea... and probably a few others that I have forgotten along the way. No judgement. Portuguese is not exactly making things easy.

Holy Spirit Festivities in Terceira: A Tradition Still Lived

I have seen the Holy Spirit festivities all my life, but this year was the first time I was actually part of one. Being involved in the preparations made me see the tradition in a completely different way.

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